You know that sinking feeling you get when everyone around you starts getting sick with the latest bug that’s going around? Or maybe you’re just feeling sluggish, weighed down and like your body needs a good cleanse. Whatever the case may be, a natural detox drink like the recipe below will help improve your quality …
Category: Detox
DIY Skin Firming Oil – Just 3 Natural Ingredients!
I love having cellulite and saggy-looking skin on my body…said no one, ever. The truth is, there is no magical potion that will firm your skin and get rid of cellulite overnight. The good news is, there are natural things you can do to make big improvements! Please don’t waste your money on expensive and …
DIY Insect Repellent: Toxin-Free & Super Effective!
You know how there’s that one person in every group who gets eaten alive by mosquitos during outdoor festivities when it’s hot and humid? Yeah, that’s me. Or that person who bugs instinctively flock to like a moth to a flame? That’s also me. It sucks. (Pun intended) What sucks even more is spending my …
Healthy Hot Chocolate With a Side of Detox Benefits (Free of Dairy, Gluten & Refined Sugar!)
Is it just me, or is there something magically delicious about warming up with a delicious cup of hot chocolate on a chilly day?! You know what isn’t magical, though? The scary list of ingredients in the typical hot chocolate mix sold in stores. YIKES! Never fear, your Fit Life Ninja is here with a …
Ditch Toxic Products & Go Green With Your Clean!
Have you ever felt sick after cleaning your house with commercial cleaning products? Have you ever gotten light-headed while cleaning, or felt like you had a burning sensation in your chest after a major scrub session? That’s because most commercial cleaning products are loaded with toxic chemicals that you end up breathing in as you clean. …
Replace Toxic Candles With These Healthy Alternatives
I’m going to ask you a series of questions. Please make a mental note of your answers as you go through them: When you’re planning a relaxing or romantic dinner, what is something you’ll put in the center of the table for ambiance? When you’re watching an amorous scene in a movie, what’s something that’s typically used on …
How to Make Your Home Smell Naturally Fabulous With Essential Oils
Did you know commercial air fresheners and room deodorizers are not regulated by any governing body, including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)? That means the companies that make these products are self-regulated and can put whatever they want into their scented concoctions. The result? Most commercial air fresheners are loaded with toxic chemicals that …
The Ugly Truth About Many Beauty & Personal Care Products
It’s estimated by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) that the average American woman uses 12 beauty and/or personal care products a day, which contain 168 different chemicals. Let that sink in for a minute. Your body may be subjected to 168 chemicals a day just from your beauty and personal care routine! Once you know that …
Why Sleep Is Critical for Detoxing Your Body
For many years, scientists have closely researched the purpose of sleep and how it affects our bodies. Study after study has proved that sleep is deeply connected with our health in a variety of ways. For example, research has found that sleep deprivation has the same taxing and negative effect on your body as chronic …
Ninja Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
Sleep is extremely important for your overall health and well-being. It’s critical for detoxing your body, strengthening your immune system and helping prevent loads of health issues. So what do you do when you’re having problems sleeping? Don’t reach for sleeping pills that sometimes work, but always come with negative side effects. Try these ninja tricks for getting a …